Security Officer Full Time Credential Authentication
About the role
Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
As a Security Officer Full Time Credential Authentication in Richmond, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an Access Control Officer with Allied Universal, you will help manage entry points, verify authorized access, monitor security-related activity, and maintain a professional, welcoming presence. You will communicate clearly with visitors and personnel, respond to access concerns, and help support a secure environment through teamwork, integrity, and reliable service. A guard card or license is preferred.
Pay
$18.00 / Hour
Schedule
Full Time, Day Time: Monday through Friday, 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
- Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain access logs in accordance with site requirements.
- Operate access-control systems, cameras, alarms, and communication equipment; report irregularities, equipment concerns, and unauthorized access attempts to appropriate personnel.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and escalation procedures.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, exterior areas, and the business perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
Minimum Requirements
- A Guard Card/License is preferred.
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
- Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
- A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.
Benefits
- Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.